Australian Women’s Weekly NZ

The Australian Women's Weekly, NZ Edition, delivers hard-hitting news, gorgeous features, advice, inspirational stories and the best triple-tested recipes. It’s the ultimate magazine with something for everyone, while providing inspiration for women of all ages.

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In Brief NEWS BITES

The making of a future queen • Eighteen years after Catherine Middleton met her prince, the 37-year-old mother-of-three is riding a tidal wave of popularity. Juliet Rieden investigates the cygnet to swan transformation of the woman who will be Queen Consort one day.

“I’m better in my skin at 60” • It’s 40 years since a song contest set Tina Cross on a path to stardom. She’s seen it all – reinventions, lasting love and showbiz dramas. Now she’s busier than ever with two new shows – but, as she tells Emma Clifton, some of her most important work these days goes on behind prison walls.

“I indulged in forgiveness” • At 76, Billy Connolly has made peace with his tough Glasgow childhood and found happiness and a suntan on a Florida beach. William Langley catches up with the Scottish funnyman and finds Parkinson’s has not even begun to quench his spirit.

Catch HER IF YOU CAN • When Lezlie Manukian abandoned her Kiwi husband, his family lost their home and life savings. They were not her only victims. This brash American beauty has left a trail of deception around the world.

Looking on the bright side • Cooking has always been a big part of Sue Fleischl’s life, acting as a kind of therapy when times were hard and propelling her on a stellar 40-year career. The Great Kiwi Bake Off judge talks to Emma Clifton about dealing with life’s surprises – from a marriage breakdown and thriving during breast cancer treatment, to finding love the second time around.

In my father’s footsteps • On a frenetic visit to Australia, Prince Edward talks exclusively to Juliet Rieden about why his father’s famous awards still matter, his gap year in New Zealand and the one question his children keep asking.

Liza Minnelli My mum, Judy Garland • While many think of Judy Garland as a tragic figure, Liza Minnelli recalls a loving mum with a wicked sense of humour, as she tells Sharon Krum.

Becoming Judy • A new film traces the star’s final days

Early bird or night owl? What your sleep patterns say about you • Scientists now believe there are fundamental differences in the brains of early risers and late sleepers. Genevieve Gannon learns why a good night’s sleep is so crucial and undertakes a brave experiment to turn her night-owl ways around.

What’s your sleep type?

Hollywood HORROR STORIES • After his death, the world learned that Marvel Comics creator Stan Lee was the victim of horrendous abuse – and he was not alone. As William Langley reveals, elder abuse is rife in Hollywood.

Stay calm & solvent • A how-to guide for an (almost) frazzle-free festive season.

Golden opportunities • Make the most of thousands of discounts with your SuperGold card today.

Dinner with a VIP • A pint-sized guest (and his new royal friend) send the McDermott household into an etiquette spin.

Surfin’ safari • Head to the beach in this season’s bold colours, paisley prints and touches of neoprene.

Fashion news • Pretty pastels, summery sleepwear, sophisticated brollies and expert advice on silhouette-enhancing shapewear.

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